Vishnu & Vaishnava — Vedic Puja Vidhi
Akshaya Tritiya Puja
Akshaya Tritiya, also known as Akha Teej, is one of the most auspicious days in the Hindu calendar. It falls on the third day (Tritiya) of the bright fortnight in the month of Vaishakh. The word "Akshaya" means imperishable or ever-growing, and anything begun or donated on this day is believed to yield inexhaustible rewards. It is the day Lord Vishnu descended as Parashurama, and the Treta Yuga began. Devotees worship Lord Vishnu and Goddess Lakshmi with great devotion, perform charity, buy gold, and initiate new ventures for lasting prosperity.
Last updated: 24 April 2026 · Source: Vedic Tradition
Benefits
Akshaya Tritiya Puja bestows eternal wealth, abundance, and prosperity that never diminishes. It is believed to multiply the fruits of all charitable acts and spiritual practices performed on this day. Devotees receive the blessings of Lord Vishnu for success in new businesses, marriages, and important beginnings. The puja also purifies karma, brings relief from debts, and is considered highly auspicious for investments in gold, property, and long-term ventures.
Step-by-Step Procedure
Wake early, bathe, and wear yellow or white clothing. Set up the puja altar with images or idols of Lord Vishnu and Goddess Lakshmi. Offer yellow flowers, tulsi leaves, akshat (rice), fruits, and sweets. Light a ghee lamp and incense. Recite Vishnu Sahasranama or the Sri Suktam. Perform Lakshmi Puja for wealth and abundance. Donate food, clothes, or gold to the needy — charity performed on Akshaya Tritiya is said to yield inexhaustible merit. Buy gold or begin new ventures after the puja. Conclude with aarti and distribution of prasad.
Best Time (Muhurat)
Vaishakh Shukla Tritiya (third day of the bright fortnight of Vaishakh), typically April–May. The entire day is considered self-auspicious (swayam siddha muhurta).
Materials Required (Samagri)
- ·Image or idol of Lord Vishnu and Goddess Lakshmi
- ·Yellow flowers and marigolds
- ·Tulsi leaves
- ·Akshat (unbroken rice)
- ·Fruits and sweets
- ·Ghee lamp and incense
- ·Gold coin or ornament
- ·Yellow cloth
- ·Puja thali and kalash
- ·Sandalwood paste
FAQ
Q.What is Akshaya Tritiya Puja?
Akshaya Tritiya, also known as Akha Teej, is one of the most auspicious days in the Hindu calendar. It falls on the third day (Tritiya) of the bright fortnight in the month of Vaishakh. The word "Akshaya" means imperishable or ever-growing, and anyth...
Q.What are the benefits of Akshaya Tritiya Puja?
Akshaya Tritiya Puja bestows eternal wealth, abundance, and prosperity that never diminishes. It is believed to multiply the fruits of all charitable acts and spiritual practices performed on this day. Devotees receive the blessings of Lord Vishnu for success in new businesses, marriages, and important beginnings. The puja also purifies karma, brings relief from debts, and is considered highly auspicious for investments in gold, property, and long-term ventures.
Q.What is the best time to perform Akshaya Tritiya Puja?
Vaishakh Shukla Tritiya (third day of the bright fortnight of Vaishakh), typically April–May. The entire day is considered self-auspicious (swayam siddha muhurta).
Q.What materials are needed for Akshaya Tritiya Puja?
Image or idol of Lord Vishnu and Goddess Lakshmi, Yellow flowers and marigolds, Tulsi leaves, Akshat (unbroken rice), Fruits and sweets, Ghee lamp and incense, Gold coin or ornament, Yellow cloth, Puja thali and kalash, Sandalwood paste.